New Twist On An Old Classic

As a kid growing up, I remember that classic onion dip made with a packet of the dry onion soup mix. My sister liked to make it and it was always a hit no matter what!

Served with fresh veggies or potato chips, it usually disappeared quickly. It was that dip that was the inspiration for me to create this lighter version of Homemade French Onion Dip with Greek Yogurt.

Even to this day, my sister is the one who’s famous for making onion dip. Seems like it’s a staple at most family gatherings.

Versatile Sweet Vidalia Onions

Recently, my husband and I attended a cooking class at Central Market in Houston. The theme of the class featured Vidalia onions in all the recipes.

We learned a lot from the instructor, Chef Shannen Tune. He was the first Houston chef to win on the Food Network’s Chopped competition! He’s also the creator of Craftburger restaurant (and food truck for catering).

Vidalia onions are sweet onions that are only available for a short time of year. Starting in the spring, around March and April, farmers in southeast Georgia in the southern United States harvest the onions.

Grown in 20 different counties including Vidalia county and surrounding counties they are given that special name. These special onions are sent to stores and available through August.

Sweet Vidalia Onions

Vidalia onions have lower sulfur content because of the sandy soil they grow in which makes them a much sweeter onion. Chef Tune also partners with Shuman Farms and said, “Vidalia onions are the onions for people who don’t like onions,” because they are so sweet!

Now, don’t get me wrong, they’re not sweet like an apple or other piece of fruit that you may take a bite out of and eat. And they certainly gave me some tears when I was chopping them up. But they are a nice mild onion which makes them super versatile too.

In the cooking class, sampled a Caramelized Vidalia Onion Vinaigrette, some delicious French Onion Bites with Crispy Gruyere Cheese, homemade onion rings and a Bourbon-Vidalia Steak Sauce. But what totally blew us away were the Mexican Chocolate Vidalia Cupcakes with Tequila Cream Cheese Frosting. Yes, onions in a cupcake! They were so good!

Easy Make Ahead Recipe

The Homemade French Onion Dip with Greek Yogurt that I’m sharing with you today is so easy to make! It’s made with just a few simple ingredients that once you try it, I bet you’ll never go back to the powdered mix. When I can, I prefer using ingredients that I know rather than those made with ingredients I can’t even pronounce!

A couple of bonuses with this dip are that the onions can be caramelized ahead of time (at least a day or also frozen). The dip itself requires at least two hours of refrigeration, so it’s naturally make ahead too. I love make ahead recipes so that I’m not rushed when I’m getting ready for company or going somewhere with a dish.

Healthier French Onion Dip

My Homemade French Onion Dip is healthier than many other onion dips as I made it with plain Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. I cut the amount of mayonnaise in half from my original recipe using the mix and it tastes just as yummy. The addition of Worcestershire sauce adds a nice depth to this dip.

You can make this dip up to three days in advance and the flavors will deepen even more. I recently brought it to a family get together and it was gobbled up in no time! Serve it with fresh vegetables or potato chips–your choice!

I hope you give this Homemade French Onion Dip with Greek Yogurt a try!

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Notes

MAKE AHEAD TIP:

This recipe is make ahead! Because you have to chill it for at least two hours to let the flavors blend well. You can also make the caramelized onions the day before and add to the rest of the ingredients when you are ready.

MONEY SAVING TIP:

Look for store brand Greek yogurt to save money. I like to buy the Kirkland Organic plain Greek Yogurt from Costco as it seems to be the best value per ounce but my local grocery store has some good options too.

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